Lexus RX 350 is a five-seat medium-size vehicle in the Luxury SUV category. For the 2016 model year, there are two trim-lines to choose from, both with the same 3.5L V-6 engine that produces 295 horsepower, which is enough for the 4,222 to 4,387 lbs. SUV to reach 60 mph from zero in 7.7 seconds. EPA-estimated annual regular gasoline expense is $2,500 to $2,600, which over the course of five years will cost you $2,500 in extra fuel spending. Lexus RX 350 has received a 4-stars crash rating from NHTSA.
2016 RX 350 has a relatively short wheelbase ( 109.8 in) on a narrower body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively lighter with curb weight of 4222 - 4387 lbs.
2016 RX 350 seats five adults. It has class-leading first-row passenger room on only two measurements - legs and hips - and larger than average room for first-row passengers on head. When it comes to second-row passenger room, RX 350 ia a class-leader on only two measurements - legs and hips - and has a larger than average room for second-row passengers on shoulders and head. Cargo volume behind second-row seats is smaller than the average among its peers with 18.4 cu. ft.
Trim | 2016 RX 350 Base | 2016 RX 350 F SPORT |
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Starging MSRP | $41,900 | $49,125 |
Engine | 3.5L V-6 | 3.5L V-6 |
HP | 295 hp | 295 hp |
Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
0-60 mph | 7.7 sec | 7.9 sec |
City | 20 MPG | 19 MPG |
Highway | 27 MPG | 26 MPG |
Combined | 23 MPG | 22 MPG |
Annual Fuel Cost | $2,500 | $2,600 |
2016 RX 350 SUV comes in two trim levels, with an average price that is $8,037 less compared to its rivals. With a lighter body, and on average less powerful engine, RX 350 has higher-than-average combined fuel economy of 22.5 mpg.
2016 RX 350 SUV has a 4-star NHTSA overall crash safety rating, which is higher than the average among other competing models. Furthermore, it has higher than average ratings for all three crash tests: Front, Side, and Side Plole. Customers have filed sixty-eight complaints, which is more than the average for its rivals. There are also three recalls issued by Lexus, which by itself is a relatively high number.